Vice President Kamala Harris and other Black women are being celebrated for their contributions to democracy and their resilience in the face of adversity, as they continue to fight for equality and representation in the face of white nationalism and corruption.
Vice President Kamala Harris
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Trump agenda poses many uncertainties for Black Americans
Brian Fullman, an organizer with Isaiah and Faith in Minnesota, convened a youth programming summit to discuss the groups’ initiatives in the face of a second Trump administration, which could potentially radically reshape the lives of Black Americans.
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VP Harris Bids Farewell to Howard University Crowd, Urges Supporters to Keep Fighting for America
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a powerful farewell speech at Howard University, urging her supporters to continue fighting for justice and equity, and reminding them that meaningful change requires sustained effort.
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Election Proves Black Americans Have No Allies
The 2020 US Presidential election highlighted a dissonance between African American voters and Latino support for Donald Trump, leading to a sense of isolation and betrayal among Black voters.
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Civil rights issues reach boiling point in election
Vice President Kamala Harris is advocating for a fair and equitable justice system, while former President Donald Trump has called for greater police authority and protections, stirring deep fears within Black and minority communities.
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Kamala Harris has a plan for Black men. Trump never did
VP Harris has unveiled a new agenda for Black men that includes providing business loans, eliminating unnecessary degree requirements for federal jobs, increasing the number of Black male teachers, launching a National Health Equity Initiative, and supporting Black farmers, among other steps.
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Cracking down on medical debt collection
The CFPB and state governments are taking action to combat abusive medical debt collection practices, protecting over 100 million Americans from $220 billion in medical debt and shielding consumers from the detrimental effects of medical debt on economic opportunities.
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New funding for HBCU ‘educational powerhouses’
The Biden-Harris administration has committed a record $17 billion in federal investments to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) since FY 2021, providing unprecedented support to these institutions that produce a significant percentage of Black professionals in critical fields.
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Walz and Vance set to take debate stage
Vice-Presidential debate between Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio will take place tonight at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City.
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Biden signs executive order targeting gun violence and gun safety
President Biden and Vice President Harris have announced sweeping new measures to combat gun violence in America, including an executive order directing federal agencies to address emerging firearms threats and improve school safety.
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What Walz’s long record on health care means for Black voters
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who is running as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, has a progressive-leaning healthcare record, including gun safety laws, reduced healthcare costs, and increased access to mental health care..
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Harris dominates first presidential debate as Trump struggles to defend record
Vice President Kamala Harris dominated the first presidential debate against former President Donald Trump by most accounts.
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Harris and Trump set for high-stakes presidential debate
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will participate in a 90-minute debate on Sept. 10, moderated by ABC News.
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Kamala Harris’ Black agenda: A record of accomplishments
VP Kamala Harris has implemented a number of initiatives to benefit Black Americans, including passing the Emmett Till Anti-Lynching Act and providing funding to HBCUs.
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VP Harris outlines vision for America in CNN interview
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz sat down for their first major interview since President Joe Biden withdrew from the race.
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The GOP pundit looking to turn Minnesota red
Abdul-Rahman Magba-Kamara, a Minnesota Republican national committeeman, has become a well-known conservative pundit online.
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Gov. Walz rocks DNC with rousing acceptance speech
Gov. Tim Walz delivered a spirited address to accept the vice presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention.
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Democrats rally behind Harris, salute Biden at DNC opening night
The DNC was a battle cry, with speakers celebrating President Biden’s legacy and rallying behind VP Kamala Harris.
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Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago: What to expect
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago will feature a historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris as the first Black and South Asian woman to be nominated by a major party.
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Biden-Harris administration launch ‘Time Is Money’ initiative to advance consumer safeguards
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have launched “Time Is Money,” a government-wide initiative to stop corporations from imposing excessive paperwork.